UTRGV football could have a big economic impact for the valley
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) – The UTRGV Student Government Association approved a referendum to expand school spirit and athletics programs including adding a football team.
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While this will now be voted on by the entire student body, the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce is waiting for UTRGV football to become reality.
“It will increase a lot of eyes on the valley and increase and in different communities,” said Ronni Larralde, Edinburg Chamber of Commerce President. “To see UTRGV have a football team here in Edinburg, it will defiantly impact the local economy. Our small businesses, our restaurants, which have a direct impact to the municipalities and taxes and creating jobs.”
According to a plan laid out by the UTRGV Intercollegiate Athletics Departments, a football program could have a $13.2 million economic impact on the…
